Information: Guests can sip signature drinks, sample appetizers from 12 local restaurants and mingle with friends. A silent auction and fishbowl raffle included. All proceeds will provide support for 80 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live in group homes run by Mosaic in Rockford.

Information: The event will celebrate the traditions and strengths of the black family. Enjoy food, games, fellowship and lots of children’s activities. Guests can watch safety presentations by the Rockford Police and Fire departments. Children’s physicals will be offered Saturday through the Ronald McDonald bus. Several musical and dance groups will perform, including the Rock City Unique Steppers, Eighteen11 & Red, and the PlayRay Players.

Information: Veterans Memorial Hall and Pillars of Honor will unveil an original scale-model of the national World War II Memorial. Organizers will also honor veterans and their families during the program. Guests can learn about the memorial, talk with veterans and hear about their experiences.